2. APS-C sensors have a good crop-factor effect.

For example, a 300mm lens is still 300mm on a full-frame type of camera, yet in an APS-C model, it has an effect like that of a 450mm. This is great for close-up action in sports or even in wildlife photography.

In other words, photographing something far while still maintaining an excellent reach is one of the good features of an APS-C camera.

It is like you have an added focal length which helps you not have the need to stay close to your subject just to achieve a nicely framed shot.More so, this also means that you can fill the frame with your intended subject more easily without having the necessity of buying a pricey telephoto lens.

3. APS-C users have a wider choice of lens or optics.

Because of the wide angle that a usual full-frame camera has, it used to have an advantage in tight spaces when shooting indoors or taking landscapes.

Nonetheless, lens manufacturers developed both zoom and prime lenses having shorter focal lengths. These are designed exclusively for APS-C-sensor cameras. Eventually, this took the advantage that the full-frame camera has.

To compare, the widest setting of 18mm of a standard zoom in a lot of APS-C sensor camera is equivalent to what a full-frame 28mm lens could give.

Super-wide lenses with an up to 10mm setting or with an effective focal length of 15mm are some of the lenses which full-frame cameras could not use. Dark corners will be observed if these lenses will be used in a full-frame camera. Hence, APS-C-sensor cameras have a wider lens compatibility.

Not only that, because an APS-C camera is usually geared towards the bigger population of beginner to intermediate consumers, then there are simply a lot more available lenses out there compared to that of most full frame cameras.

Moreover, lenses exclusive for APS-C cameras are less expensive. This is because the lenses are usually smaller in diameter.

4. APS-C cameras are good at maximizing the depth of field.

Using maximum depth of field is a good trick in landscape and studio photography. You should use an APS-C-sensor camera when you are at it as it will give you a lot of conveniences.

One, for example, is when you use the same angle of view you use in a full-frame camera on an APS-C camera. Whereby, you’ll be able to ensure a sharp image and get the job done only by using f/11, whereas with a full-frame camera you’ll have to use f/16.

5. APS-C cameras are easier to use.

No, it is not that you don’t need a little challenge in your skills. However, there are instances when people would want to have a rather easier life. For beginners, for example, these feature is a blessing.

In fact, since they’re easier to use, they are more in demand in the consumer market compared to full frame cameras which are bought mostly by professionals.

Having fewer buttons, modes, and features are really making any photographers life simpler and more convenient.

Lastly, since they are lighter and smaller, they are easier to handle wherever you go and won’t stress you a lot.

6. The quality is not compromised.

It is true that an APS-C camera is not expensive, even for its compatible lens. Nevertheless, don’t jump to conclusion that the quality is being compromised.

An APS-C camera could also create a high-quality image using a standard value of resolution.

There are still good ISO range, RAW and JPEG shooting abilities, and HD video capabilities. Also, shooting through live view and reviewing the images are also possible in large LCD monitors.

Autofocus systems are extremely well too.

Conclusion

APS-C cameras are well-standardized cameras in the market. It won’t be popular if it doesn’t have what it takes to be one.

All of these great features come at a very affordable price and with a very big available selection for appropriate lenses.